Matt Terry for Tipton
About Matt Terry

Getting the Small Things Right — So Families Can Focus on Making Lasting Memories

Whenever I drive past Tipton Park, I’m flooded with memories... going down the slide with my kids, hearing their screams on the zipline, and eating South Pole ice cream during summer concerts.

So many Tipton families are counting on us to get the small things right so they can focus on making lasting memories together. As a husband, father of three, and 20-year software engineer, I want to bring intention, integrity, and open decision-making to our local government—building a county where our kids don’t just survive, but thrive... by design.

CORE PRIORITIES

My Blueprint for Tipton County

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Fiscal Accountability

Transparent Budgeting

Open and accessible spending. Tax dollars should be handled with total visibility. I will push to make sure budgets, expenditures, and mid-year appropriations are straightforward and easy for every resident to track.

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Open Governance

Clear Process

Seeing how and why decisions are made. Local government should never operate behind closed doors. You deserve up-to-date public minutes, clear roll-call vote logs, and full context behind every council vote.

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Community First

Family-Focused

Protecting our community so future generations flourish. From safe neighborhoods and reliable roads to vibrant parks and economic growth, every policy decision must serve our families long-term.

Explore The Receipts

See My Commitment to Open Governance in Action

Visit the Tipton Transparency Hub for real data on council compensation, 2026 budget breakdowns, and individual vote trackers.

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Let’s Connect!

Send me a quick message and let’s start the conversation … I want to know what’s on your mind.